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Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday proposed a $91.4 billion state budget for next year, touting plans to funnel more money to public-school teachers and continue “momentum” on environmental issues.
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The Point, Nov. 15, 2019: ‘We’ll Be Cooperative’: Gainesville City Leaders React To Forthcoming State Audit
Florida's Auditor General will visit the City of Gainesville to examine discrepancies raised by constituents and its former city auditor.
Read More »The Point, Nov. 13, 2019: What It’s Like To Live On A Starting Teacher’s Salary In Alachua County
Donating plasma and sharing housing aren't optional for some to make ends meet.
Read More »The Point, Nov. 11, 2019: Hammett L. Bowen Jr. Has An Elementary School Named After Him. Here’s His Family’s Story On Veterans Day
Two brothers from the Bowen family in Ocala gave everything to fight the Vietnam War.
Read More »The Point, Nov. 7, 2019: On Crescent Lake, The Pursuit Of Florida’s Record-Setting Alligator
Two Florida friends set out at the end of hunting season on their last chance this year to kill an elusive beast.
Read More »The Point, Nov. 5, 2019: Florida Lawmakers Are Working To Undo Local Regulation Of Sunscreen After Key West Ban
Florida ranks second in the nation for the highest rate of new melanoma cases.
Read More »The Point, Nov. 1, 2019: How Much Would Florida’s Teacher Pay Ranking Change Under The Governor’s Proposal?
Gov. Ron DeSantis said his plan would make Florida No. 2 in the country for highest base pay in classrooms, but the facts are more complicated.
Read More »The Point, Oct. 30, 2019: Florida Governor, Legislative Leaders Aren’t Yet In Agreement On Teacher Raises
Here's our Fresh Take Florida team's report highlighting what you can expect from the spring legislative session.
Read More »DeSantis’ Key Proposals Face Early Obstacles In Capitol
Ambitious proposals by Gov. Ron DeSantis to raise minimum teacher salaries and require employers to verify the lawful immigration status for workers collided Tuesday with early concerns from Florida’s lawmakers.
Read More »County Fertilizer Ordinance in Effect, Local Landscaping Professionals Speak Up
Local lawns might not look as green this fall due to an updated Alachua County fertilizer ordinance, and lawn care companies are starting to feel the effects. The amended ordinance, which took effect on Oct. 1, implemented a seasonal ban on the use of fertilizers containing nitrogen – a main …
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